Full-Time District Accountant

Job Summary:

Blue Hills Regional Technical School District seeks a highly skilled, detail-oriented District Accountant to support the financial operations of the District. Reporting to the Business Manager, the Accountant will maintain accurate financial records, prepare reconciliations and reports, support budget development, and strengthen internal financial controls and accountability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintain accurate accounting records for all District funds, including general, revolving, and grant accounts.
2. Prepare and reconcile general ledger accounts, journal entries, expenditures, encumbrances, and financial transactions.
3. Prepare monthly financial reports, budget-to-actual analyses, and expenditure projections.
4. Assist with annual budget development, financial forecasts, assessments, debt schedules, and budget transfers.
5. Review financial calculations and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
6. Assist with DESE End-of-Year Financial Reporting and other required state submissions.
7. Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation; collaborate with the Business Manager, Treasurer, and independent auditors.
8. Support effective internal controls, segregation of duties, and compliance with applicable Massachusetts laws and governmental accounting standards.
9. Identify, document, and communicate financial discrepancies, and help resolve them.
10. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Business Manager and/or Superintendent-Director.

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor''s degree in Accounting or a closely related field with substantial accounting coursework. Minimum of three (3) years of professional accounting experience, including general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software. Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, accountability, ethical conduct, and collaboration.

Preferred:

Massachusetts public school or municipal accounting experience. Knowledge of governmental fund accounting, GASB standards, and DESE financial reporting. CPA designation or relevant governmental accounting certification.

Hours: Full-time, 12-month position

Compensation: $85,000.00 to $100,000.00 commensurate with qualifications and experience

Reports to: Business Manager

Applicants are requested to submit a letter of intent, resume, college transcript, certifications, and three (3) current letters of professional reference to www.schoolspring.com: Ms. Debbie Bairos, Administrative Assistant dbairos@bluehills.org

Jill Rossetti, Superintendent-Director Blue Hills Regional Technical School

800 Randolph Street Canton, MA 02021 Equal Opportunity Employer Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply